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David Prentice

Leeds v Brentford prediction, will occasion get the better of Pontus Jansson on Elland Road return?

It's very, very early days in The Championship chase, but there's nothing better than looking down on your rivals, and Leeds United could go top of the table tonight.

'Could.'

First of all they have to win at Elland Road, and before you pledge your hard earned check out our betting preview, by the man knows Leeds United inside out, Joe Mewis .

Win, lose or draw?
 

It's Leeds' toughest match of the campaign so far, but after their fast start this season, the Elland Road crowd will be up for this under the floodlights. A 2-1 win for Leeds. The home win is 6/10 with thepools.com but the 2-1 correct scoreline is an altogether more attractive 7/1 .
 


Who’s a good bet for first scorer?


Pablo Hernandez had a quiet game at the weekend, but he can be the one to find the magic to unlock the Bees defence tonight. He's 5/1 first scorer and 8/5 to score any time .
 


Who’s on the naughty step?


Not a Leeds players, but how could we not put Pontus Jansson forward as the first player to be booked? The emotional Swede returns to Elland Road two months after his controversial exit and no-one will be surprised if he lets his excitement get the better of him. 
 

Pontus Jansson during the pre-season friendly match between Brentford and AFC Bournemouth at Griffin Park on July 27, 2019 (Jack Thomas/Getty Images)

 
Who’s on pens?


Hernandez is likely to be the man tasked with spot kicks. 
 


Will Leeds keep a clean sheet?


Leeds have injury doubts over skipper Liam Cooper and left-back Barry Douglas, so a clean sheet against a lively Brentford attack could be a big ask. Both Teams To Score is a solid 3/4 tip.

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